Our People

Bio coming soon

A highly motivated and results-oriented senior executive, Karen brings a wealth of experience in leadership, stakeholder engagement, change management and strategic communications and marketing. She has over 30 years’ experience in both public and private organisations with a history of successful leadership across diverse sectors.  She is a dynamic leader with a proven track record of driving organisational success through strategic thinking, effective communication, and stakeholder collaboration.

Tara is a finance professional with extensive experience in the not for profit and public sectors. Specialising in financial management and leadership, Tara brings demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and strengths based, community-focussed solutions. Tara’s passion for social justice and equity aligns perfectly with Dawn House strategic vision and as the Treasurer, Tara is responsible for the financial administration of the organisation, and using these strong results to ensure the financial viability and future growth of Dawn House.

Sita is a strategy and engagement executive with a background in partnerships, communications, marketing and program management. Sita has worked as a leader in the not for profit sector, Government and emergency services for most of her career. Sita brings her passion for innovation and best practice to her role on the board in service of improving the lives of vulnerable women and children. 

Georgia is a marketing and communications professional with experience in both the private and public sectors. Georgia is a strong advocate for volunteer work and helping vulnerable people within her community. Keen to utilise her skills to further the important work of Dawn House, Georgia is responsible for marketing and fundraising activities to raise awareness for domestic and family violence services and prevention in Darwin.

Bel is a dynamic and results-oriented leader with over 25 years of executive-level experience across diverse sectors, including not-for-profit, private enterprise, and government. As the business owner and Managing Director of The BelRose Group, she has excelled in driving organisational growth, cultural transformation, and strategic planning. Bel has extensive leadership expertise in people and culture, employee engagement, industrial relations, organisational redesign and executive remuneration.  Bel’s commitment to mental health and wellbeing, along with her proven ability to foster positive workplace cultures, aligns perfectly with the ethos of Dawn House.

Kellie is an experienced senior executive with a career dedicated to empowering individuals and organisations to achieve their full potential. With extensive leadership roles spanning Government and Non-Government sectors across Human Resources, Health, Education, Children and Family Services, Aged Care, and NDIS, Kellie’s career has consistently focused on enhancing equitable access to services for diverse communities.  Kellie brings a broad range of corporate expertise to her role on the Board of Dawn House and is focused on supporting the organisation to achieve strategic outcomes for women and children experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence.

Laura is a senior lawyer and governance professional with extensive experience in the resources and energy sectors and corporate governance. She is committed to supporting Dawn House to ensure it can continue providing a safe haven to women and children. Laura holds a Masters in Law and is a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia. She lives on the Sunshine Coast with her family.